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Jack Benjamin D awson
Son of Mark and Chantal Dawson Born on the 8th of Januar y 2013, at Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital, weigh ing 7lb 15oz
Proud parents share their birth experiences with us and Baby Hampshire welcomes three new arrivals into the world.
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fter being married for seven years, Mark and I decided to try for a family – and I fell pregnant straight away. We were delighted, surprised, excited and scared all at the same time. I loved being pregnant, and I felt great throughout the pregnancy. From about seven and a half months, though, my legs, ankles and feet became very swollen – looking back, it could've been an early sign of pre-eclampsia. But I was tested at the time, and it was ruled out. The day before Jack was born, I woke up very early in the morning, thinking that my waters had broken. We went to hospital for an examination, and it turned out that it was just a show. During the examination, the doctor said that my fluid levels had gone up, which, again, could have been a sign of pre-eclampsia. However, it was ruled
out as my blood pressure wasn't raised enough, and I had no protein in my urine. I was allowed to return home. The following morning, at around 4am, I started getting contractions. They felt very different from the Braxton Hicks that I'd had, and I knew that I was in labour. Mark called the hospital, and they advised me to stay at home until 9am. At 9.30am I went into hospital, and
7S XLI ÁVWX XLMRK - EWOIH after Jack was born was 'does he have hair?’ I was already six centimetres dilated. I’d always wanted a water birth, but when the time came I completely forgot about it and didn't even think to ask whether the birthing pool was available. Mark was great – supporting me and encouraging me throughout the labour. My midwife had a very calm, relaxing manner about her
which helped immensely. When I was pregnant, Mark and I always talked about whether our baby would have hair or not when he was born. So the first thing I asked after Jack was born was ‘does he have hair?’ Jack had a full head of black hair, he even had a Mohican, and we thought that he was the most beautiful, most trendy baby on the ward! About three hours after Jack was born, I got a very bad headache. I told my midwife and she said that she'd give me some paracetamol. The last thing that I remember is the midwife trying to take my blood pressure. From this point onwards, I don't remember a thing. Apparently, I turned to Mark, who was beside me at the time, and told him that I felt weird. Mark didn't even have a chance to respond before I grabbed my heart and started convulsing. Within seconds, the midwife pressed the emergency button and ten health professionals entered the room. X
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Mark and Jack were moved into a corner, and a midwife stayed beside Mark to reassure him. Mark said afterwards that he thought that his worst nightmare about childbirth was coming true – that he'd lose me and have to raise Jack by himself. Because I’d grabbed my heart, Mark had thought that I might have a blood clot, but in fact I was having an eclamptic seizure. I was given medication to lower my blood pressure, and I also had to have a blood transfusion as my iron levels were very low. I can't
remember any of what happened just before the seizure, or for a period of time after it. Mark was advised to take photos of me on my own, as well as photos of me holding Jack after I regained consciousness, to support me in putting the pieces together when I fully regained consciousness. The midwives at Basingstoke Hospital were brilliant – we couldn't have asked for better care. Mark was offered dinner, and a bed for the night next to Jack and me. He was able to get up to look after Jack during the
night, as I wasn't well enough. Jack and I stayed in hospital for nearly a week. When I returned home, my iron levels were still very low and I was anaemic for about three weeks. I had a visit from a midwife or a nurse every other day to check my blood pressure and monitor my progress. Although I felt very unwell, it was lovely to be home with Mark and Jack, and we just took it easy for the first week or two. We've settled in really well now, and the traumatic events that happened after the birth are almost forgotten. We were given a birth reflections session at Basingstoke Hospital, where the senior midwife, as well as the midwife who had been there when Jack was born, sat us down and took us through what had happened step by step. They also took me into the room where Jack was born so that I could put all the pieces together, in case my memory had not returned fully. Seeing how fast the last nine months have gone, we realise that it won't be long before Jack's all grown up, and making his own decisions. Our little family is very precious, we do everything together and just enjoy each other's company.
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found out that I was pregnant two weeks before we were due to start IVF, after three years of trying for a baby. I remember the day we found out as if it were yesterday. We had been out the night before, at a friend’s wedding, and had danced the night away. The next morning, though, I had severe abdominal pains and went to A&E. I told the nurse that I was due to start IVF treatment, so I wanted to get everything checked out. She took some tests and left me in an observation room while she tended to other patients. Nearly an hour passed before she came in and announced, with a very big grin on her face, that I was pregnant. She’d checked the results three times to make sure. I was stunned and overwhelmed, and I burst into tears of joy. The nurse hugged me, and she cried too! I was then rushed to the Early Pregnancy Unit for an ultrasound and an examination, because of the abdominal pain
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Isabella Sophie C ameron-Hollyer
Daughter of Alex and Da wn Cameron-Hollyer Born on the 2nd of Febru ary 2013, at Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospi tal, weighing 6lb 15oz
and a possible risk of ectopic pregnancy. Alex had been called, and had been told that I’d been moved to the EPU, but was given no other details. I saw the sonographer on my own, and within five minutes I’d seen that the gestation sac was fine, and the pregnancy was confirmed. I was then wheeled into the waiting area, where Alex was pacing the floor. He looked concerned, and I smiled, then burst into tears again. “I'm pregnant,” I said. Although we’d had a tough time conceiving, I had a very smooth pregnancy and I enjoyed it immensely. I had mild sickness from 6-8 weeks, and lived on ginger biscuits. I continued to swim up to 28 weeks, and I felt as though I was glowing. Having a winter baby meant that I could curl up with lots of layers and hot chocolate, and hibernate until the baby arrived. My due date came and went, and all my NCT friends had given birth and relayed their stories of labour. I was eager to see my baby. I’d experienced lots of Braxton Hicks, and I tried everything to spur on labour: eating pineapple and curries, going for long walks, and even playing in the snow. But a week passed, and still nothing. On the night of the 1st February, I had what felt like period pains and went to bed early. I woke at 1am, thinking that I had Braxton Hicks again. When Alex ran me a bath at 2am, I knew that something was happening – I usually love the water, but I couldn't get comfortable. At 3am we called the maternity ward and I explained my symptoms. I was told to ring back at 6am. I went back to bed with a TENS machine on, but after 30 minutes, I looked at Alex and said, “this is it”. Alex drove to hospital, with me panting and chanting quietly in the back seat. I was admitted at 4am, by a lovely midwife called Alison. I was 4cm dilated and in active labour. After an hour we were moved to the birthing pool room, where my midwife lit electric candles, dimmed the lights, and Alex rubbed my back. The pool was lovely and warm, and every time a contraction came I breathed it out and chanted ‘re-lax’ while leaning over the side. This went on for three hours. During the shift
change at 8am, I overheard one of the new midwives say that it wouldn't be long, and this spurred me on and gave me extra energy. I wasn't offered any gas and air, or painkillers, and I completely forgot that they were there. At 8.30am I felt the need to push, and I tried several positions to help the baby out. Isabella arrived at 8.56am. I
Having a winter baby meant that I could curl up with lots of layers and hot chocolate, and hibernate until the baby arrived.
found the whole experience very positive – during the final thirty minutes the pain was unbearable, but I knew that the end was in sight and this gave me the motivation to carry on. I held Isabella in my arms to keep her warm. She was slightly blue, but very serene and calm. During the day, Isabella slept on my chest, feeding when she needed to. I loved those first few hours, the closeness we had, and the sense of accomplishment and joy. We were discharged that evening, after the midwives were happy that Isabella was latching on and feeding well. The first night at home, we were nervous about what lay ahead. Isabella slept for an hour at a time, waking to feed, and for the first couple of weeks she slept on me or close by in her Moses basket. Breastfeeding was exhausting, but worth it, and Alex and I took turns looking after her. It was a full-time job. The biggest challenge was adapting to the new lifestyle. Both Alex and I are very sociable creatures and we love to travel. Occasionally we get to go out on date nights and leave her with her doting grandparents and friends. We've already braved taking her on a plane to Southern Ireland and we'd love her to see as much of the world as possible. X
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Isaac Samy Bru net
Son of Pema and Samu el Brunet Born on the 28th of Ma rch 2013 At home in Hambled on, weighing 7lb 8oz Brother to Jamie, 2½
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efore I had my first child, Jamie, I worked as a community warden at a nature reserve on the Isle of Wight, taking children of all ages to explore wildlife on the coast. We lived on the island, and Samuel commuted to work on the mainland. When I was pregnant with Jamie, the biggest thing we did to prepare was change our car. This time we felt that we had no choice but to move house. Samuel comes from a large family, and he felt that the commute to the mainland was diminishing his family time, and his opportunity to be a hands-on father. Having another little one on the way hastened this decision. We found a lovely home in Hambledon, and moved when I was 27 weeks pregnant. People here have been very welcoming, and we can walk to the play area and pre-school easily. We have countryside and lovely views, which help to offset our pangs of homesickness for the island. When I found out that I was preg-
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nant again I stopped my extended breastfeeding of Jamie – I felt that my body couldn’t do both things at the same time. I had a lot of nausea, but, somehow, with the distraction of a toddler, I survived with minimal napping and plenty of healthy eating. At 37 weeks I was diagnosed with obstetric cholestasis. It’s a nightmare of a condition which causes intense itching. I’d been through it in my previous pregnancy, and this time, although I had high bile acid levels, I didn’t feel as bad as I could have. I knew more about what to expect, and when and where to get help and support.
Once I was ill with the cholestasis, we went into Queen Alexandra Hospital in Portsmouth for weekly monitoring, and I took medication. I considered an early induction, but having received test results and taken advice, I decided to wait until my original due date. I was planning to use a doula for support on the labour ward, and I found a lovely lady called Sue, who has five children of her own and was happy to be on standby for this, or in case I needed a babysitter for Jamie at short notice. I thought I would have another couple of weeks, at least, as Jamie had been eight days late, but a week before my due date I was feeling rather uncomfortable in bed, and in the early hours of the morning I woke Samuel up to keep me company. We messed about, looking for magazines and books on the Kindle he'd got me for Christmas, and I then had what I thought were false labour pains. Samuel suggested that maybe my real labour had started, and also suggested that we call Sue over to look after Jamie. I was adamant that
I wasn’t in pain, and didn’t want to waste people's time. Samuel remembered me saying something similar when I had Jamie, so he ignored me and phoned Sue anyway! After phoning Sue, we realised that I was having regular contractions and Samuel put my hospital bag into the car. By the time Sue knocked on the door, ready to look after Jamie, I couldn’t even face getting down the stairs. I was rocking and singing myself through the contractions which, though intense, were not as painful as I remembered from my previous
was born on the bed. My waters broke as he was born. A few minutes later the ambulance crew arrived and I was transferred to hospital with Isaac, so that I could have a managed third stage of labour and have my blood pressure monitored. It was a low moment, in the ambulance on a cold March morning, without Samuel or Sue, hoping my little baby would keep breathing and not get cold. Once I was at the hospital I overcame my fear, got through the third stage, and felt relaxed enough to bond and breastfeed with Isaac. Sam-
feeling like a scared child holding on to her baby for dear life; but I left feeling like a heroine, with a snugly wrapped bundle in a car seat. The months since Isaac's birth have been so much better than I expected. I’d worried about coping with two children in nappies, but, actually, I'm enjoying their antics. Since Isaac was born we’ve had much more family time, and Samuel has spent more evenings and weekends with us, now he no longer has the island-mainland commute. B
At this point I was hanging off the towel rail in our ensuite, feeling the urge to push the baby out. labour. My waters still hadn't broken. Samuel and Sue called 999. Fortunately, a midwife was able to help over the phone, while an ambulance was called. At this point I was hanging off the towel rail in our en-suite, feeling the urge to push the baby out. I was panicking because I’d planned to be in hospital, not at home without even a midwife to help if my medical condition caused problems. All I remember after that is Sue asking me how I was feeling, and Samuel helping me onto the bed, so the baby wouldn't arrive in the toilet or on the bathroom floor. In one big rush, Isaac
uel joined me there, and between my blood pressure being monitored and routine baby checks, we fell in love with our new arrival, who didn't seem too bothered by his swift birth. We were treated like experienced parents by the hospital midwives, because on the birth report it said ‘baby delivered by patient's husband’ – he had saved them a job! We were given a lovely quiet, big room where I could recover and we stayed there until we were released in the evening. By then I felt amazing – on top of the world. I’d entered the hospital on a bumpy hospital trolley,
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Today has to be the best day of my life. Ryley Joshua Clarke was born at 2.31am weighing 7lb 7oz. He is absolutely perfect!!
Hello everyboday. Our baby girl Sophia CooneyAllwright was born on 15.06.2011, weighing 6lbs 10oz. Can’t stop smiling! Our Beautiful tiny daughter, Ella Manders was born today (14/07/2004) weighing 6lb 6oz. We’re over the moon!
The Rise of
Sharenting Are you an uploader? Lianne Kolirin embarks on a virtual venture, looking at the increasing popularity of the online phenomenon: sharenting.
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he delivery suite was once a private space for parents to welcome their new addition into the world. But no longer. Since the advent of social media, mothers and fathers have been inviting friends, family, colleagues and passing acquaintances to share this precious moment – not literally, but virtually. Research shows babies born in Britain make their first appearance online within an hour of birth. Almost
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two thirds of parents (62 per cent) post pictures on Facebook, Instagram, Flickr and other sites, and they take an average of 57.9 minutes to do so. As anyone on Facebook knows, more and more of us regularly upload imag-
Research shows babies born in Britain make XLIMV ÁVWX ETTIEVERGI online within an hour of birth.
es of our children and updates about their antics. Commissioned by print site Posterista, the poll of 2,367 parents of under-fives saw a whopping 64 per cent claim they upload such images at least three times a week. One in five do so at least three times a month, while only six per cent said they never post images of their children. The motives for the phenomenon – dubbed sharenting - are varied. More than half (56 per cent) said they did so to keep distant friends and family updated; nearly as many (49 per cent) do it to express their love for their child; a
I’m so proud of my very own baby boy, Charlie Ethan. He was born yesterday weighing 7lb 9oz
Logan Atticus White. Born 18/02/2013 11:53. 7lbs 11ozs. Mother and baby both super well. Hoping to go home this afternoon!
Our Little Man Ryan Manders arrived safely today, 08/03/2006, weighing a healthy 8lb 13oz. Our family is complete! third (34 per cent) believe it is an ideal way to store memories; while more than one in five (22 per cent) admit it is a form of bragging. Back in September, American Amy Webb, head of digital strategy agency Webbmedia Group, posted a feature on web magazine Slate, about why she and her partner will never post information about their daughter online. She said it was the only way to protect her child against facial recognition, Facebook profiling, and corporate data mining, and suggested the tendency to sharent is robbing our children of their anonymity. Her article proved highly controversial, with many reacting angrily to the suggestion that they had compromised their children. So how much thought should we give this issue? We asked psychologist and biologist Aric Sigman, who has written extensively on the health implications of excessive screen time. The father-of-four said, “There are good things that can come from using a social tool to aid you in a healthy way, but it seems to be displacing a lot of social face to face interaction. “As we all know, mothers encounter more of a sense of isolation, particularly
as many do not have that extended support network around them anymore. A lot of women feel exposed and out of sync with the rest of society and social networking may fill some of those gaps. However, it has been overused by a lot of people from all different demographics in our society, from children to teenagers and new parents.” Dr Sigman is less about the content, than the amount of time we spend online. “Non-essential screen time is a huge health and mental health issue,” he says.
lived nearby, but on Facebook you can big yourself up to anyone you want and people use it as a social marketing tool. It is the virtual version of keeping up with the Joneses – but it isn’t the same.” “It leaves out a lot of nuances that might not go missing if you were speaking to your friend on the phone. One effect is competitiveness which leaves some people feeling like winners and others like losers.” He adds, “There’s nothing wrong with using social networking to do what
A lot of women feel exposed and out of sync with XLI VIWX SJ WSGMIX] ERH WSGMEP RIX[SVOMRK QE] ÁPP some of those gaps. However, it has been overused by a lot of people from all different demographics. The physical down side of this sedentary pastime is obvious, but there is also an emotional aspect as a growing number of people develop a “dependency” on social media. Dr Sigman says, “Facebook and social networking offers a form of social comparison. Previously people would do that with real people who
you used to do with an envelope and a stamp, like sending images of your baby to your loved ones, but what can be a tool also ends up being a burden if it’s misused or over-used.” “We need to get the balance right. Screen time is a form of consumption, just like salt, sugar or anything else, so we should think carefully about the X
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James Matthew Newbrook born today at 1230pm, weighing 8lbs. A beautiful end to a long day.
It’s a Girl! Lila Summer Beers born 16th July 2013 at 00:14, weighing 8lb 3oz...We are beyond in love with her! xx amount of our consumption.” Part-time teacher Esther Bitan Spitzer has been a member of Facebook for more than a decade, but the 27-yearold rarely posts pictures or details of her toddler son. She says, “There isn't much good that can come of it. It can upset childless friends or those struggling with secondary infertility. I don't see the point of sticking my little one’s pictures all over everyone's screens. Children are too innocent for that.” “I also steer away from the 'young mum competition', where they are obsessed with which baby reached the next milestone first and worry themselves silly if their baby is three weeks ‘late’.” Privacy is also an important issue. Esther says, “Once a picture is online anyone can get hold of it, blow it up, use it to do what they want and the thoughts of someone using my baby's innocent pictures for immoral purposes creep me out.” Mother-of-two Charlotte Antoniou describes herself as a “fully fledged Facebook addict”, but her experience has not always been a positive one. The horticultural therapist from north London was totally against the site and people who sharented, but all that changed with the arrival of her second daughter two years ago. She says, “I thought it could be dangerous putting things up and opening yourself up to everybody. Those were my initial feelings, but then I realised there were lots of things happening that I didn’t know about because I wasn’t on Facebook, so I thought I should join.” Charlotte posted regular updates about her children and how happy they all were. Or at least that was how
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Sophie Anne Cook. 7lb 9oz. 25 min labour, no time for any pain relief, but God was she worth it!!
it looked. Speaking candidly, she admits, “Looking back on it, I was going through a difficult time with post-natal illness and perhaps looked to Facebook to portray this mummy who was having an amazing time with her children. Yet inside I wasn't.” “Coping with this double virtual life as well as public/private persona was physically and mentally exhausting. The more positive and happy my posts were, the more unhappy I was.” When Charlotte was diagnosed with post natal depression, Facebook actually turned out to be her saviour as she discovered a private members’ group for women with the condition. She says, “All the ladies on there had, or were going through, post-natal illness. It helped so much in my recovery.” Fortunately Sarah Linton-Walls does not share Charlotte’s problem, but she has found the site equally helpful as a first time mum. She belongs to Monster Mummies, a private group for women who had all expected their babies in September 2011. More than two years later, many regularly meet or update each other about their children’s progress. She says, “I do post pictures of my son on Facebook, but I might just post them on the Monster Mummies group rather than my own page, as I’m not sure they’d be very interesting for anyone else.” She adds, “If I think back to all those sleepless nights, it was such a comfort to have loads of other mums on Facebook to chat to. It was so much more useful than any website or book.” B @ To find out more about post-natal illness, visit www.postnatalillness. co.uk or www.mind.org.uk
RESOURCES Advice for parents on safe and sensible social networking • Think twice before accepting somebody as a friend. Would you want that person to access information and pictures of your children? • Regularly check on your friends list to ensure that you are happy sharing private information with them. Only give information out to people you consider friends in the real world. • Carefully consider each picture on its own merit. Is it really necessary to show toddlers on the potty or in the bath? • Consider cropping or editing pictures to make them more suitable for online use. • Are you posting too much about your children? Over-sharenting may lead people to defriend you. • The same can be said for bragging. Avoid the temptation to tell everyone how you squeezed yourself into your skinny jeans two weeks after giving birth. • Share your thoughts about sharenting with grandparents. If you do not want images of your children online, make sure they understand that. • Avoid creating a sense of isolation by limiting the time you spend online. It will also set a good example for your children.
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This Page: Tatiana wears Dress, £62, by Belle Enfant. Silver Cloud Tutu, from £35, by Angel’s Face. Laurie Footless Leggings, £48, by Belle Enfant. Shoes, £8, by Marks & Spencer. Diamanté Alice Band, £9, by Angel’s Face.
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This Page: Indiana wears Star Baby Dress, £49, by ilovegorgeous. Silver Cloud Tutu, from £35, by Angel’s Face Button. Strap slippers, £65, by Rachel Riley. Sequin Bandeau Headband, £3.50, by Monsoon. Alyssia wears Navy Blue Coat, £245, by Gucci at Harrods. Celine Cap Sleeve Top, £44, by Belle Enfant. Shorts, £14.99, by Zara. Stars Ballerina Shoes, £17.99, by Zara. Basic Tights, £5.99, by Zara. Mason wears Cords, £7, by M&Co. Party Shirt, £38, by Aravore. Velvet Bow Tie, £24, by Aravore. Flash wears Check Shirt, £120, by Baby Dior at Harrods. Smart Dungarees, £170, by Baby Dior at Harrods. Laurie Pompom Scarf, £24, by Belle Enfant. Rico wears Shirt, £9.99, by Zara. Coat, £30, by Junior Debenhams. Airplane Print Bow Tie, £25, by Rachel Riley. Trousers, £7, by M&Co. Lord Brogues, £59.50-£66, by Step2wo.
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Opposite Page: Alyssia wears Floaty Dress, £44, by Boden. Faux Fur Collar, £30, by ilovegorgeous. Button Strap Slipper, £65, by Rachel Riley. Felt Crown Tiara, £8, by Wild Things Funky Little Dresses at Notonthehightstreet.com. Faux Fur Coat (Hanging on Door), £20, by M&Co. This Page: Graham wears Trousers, £87, by Bonpoint. Airplane Print Shirt, £55, by Rachel Riley. Ribbed Socks, £26, by Bonpoint. Ryan wears Trousers, £72.95, by Burberry at Harrods. Long Sleeve Top, £12, by JoJo Maman Bébé. Heritage Blazer, £24, by Next. Lord Brogues, £59.50-£66, by Step2wo. Indiana wears Ric Rac Baby Dress, £59, by ilovegorgeous. Avill Baby Legging, £52, by Caramel Baby & Child. Metallic Fairy Wings, £36, by Belle Enfant. Shoes, £59, by Rachel Riley.
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Beauty Blog
WINTER
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Pull out all the stops and treat yourself to one of this season’s scent-sational new arrivals...
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#1 Michael Kors Glam Jasmine (£38, 30 ml Eau de Parfum) #2 Jo Loves No. 42 The Flower Shop (£45, 30 ml Eau de Parfum) #3 Jo Malone Peony & Blush Suede (£39, 30 ml Cologne) #4 Estée Lauder Modern Muse (£44, 30 ml Eau de Parfum) #5 Lancôme La vie est Belle Légerè (£39, 30 ml Eau de Parfum) #6 The Body Shop White Musk Smoky Rose (£10, 60 ml Eau de Toilette) #7 Clinique Aromatics Elixir Limited Edition Collection Perfume Spray (£64, 100 ml) 22 | L O C A L FA M I LY L I F E S T Y L E
By Jenni Baden Howard
Beauty Editor’s Top Tips
Get party-gorgeous in minutes, look less tired instantly & give your hair a touch of winter glam... CITY CHIC! I love this simple, pulled-together look - rich winter coat, simple hair (with shades as a headband!) and natural-but-polished make-up seen on Aerin Lauder, granddaughter of Estée, for the new AERIN New York City make-up collection (for stockists, go to aerin.com).
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9 STAR BUY 9 THE CHANEL NO 5 RANGE NOW INCLUDES A NEW, LIMITED EDITION AND HANDBAGFRIENDLY SIZE OF THE HAIR MIST (£38). LAUNCHING ON 1 NOVEMBER NATIONWIDE, IT’S PERFECT FOR SPRITZING ONTO PARTY HAIR, OR A PRESCHOOL RUN PONYTAIL!
Top make-up artist Dani Guinsberg’s work has graced the pages of glossies including Vogue and Marie Claire. She is Founder of The Session School in London (thesessionschool.com), which offers one-to-one, professional make-up lessons for women of all ages (this winter, our readers will receive a 20% off all consultations and workshops). Here, a few expert tips from Dani on taking your makeup from ‘day to night’, on-the-go!
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A dab of Pixi’s Cheek Gel (£12) in Rosy, applied with fingertips, will give you a healthy flush of colour and glow. 3 Create smoky, evening eyes with dark grey or chocolate brown eyeliner. Use the liner close to the lashes and smudge with a cotton bud or small eyeliner brush. Flattering and instantly glamorous! 4
Opt for a modern red lip by using a stain instead of full-on colour. Revlon's Just Bitten Lip Stain + Balms 1 For a quick, flawless face, (£7.99 each) are amazing opt for a quick dusting of and take five seconds to apBella Pierre Pure Mineral ply with the added benefits Loose Foundation (£34.99) of being long-lasting and using a large, fluffy brush. smudge-resistant! This will create a flawless make-up base that will last all night. Easy! 1
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A specialist makeup primer - Clarins’ Beauty Flash Balm (£29) is legendary - will instantly illuminate a ‘tired mummy’ face before make-up!
For instant radiance, apply a liquid highlighter to the tops of the cheekbones, browbones and on the Cupid’s bow of your lips. Try Smashbox’s Halo Highlighting Wand (£25).
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BURBERRY NAIL POLISH (£15) in Oxblood, a classic, glossy red.
BURBERRY NAIL POLISH (£15) in Poppy Black. Very on trend (classic Burberry trench optional!).
10 HIPP X RGB NAIL POLISH FOUNDATION (£14) in F4 (thisisbeautymart. com - part of a newto-the-UK, ‘non toxic’ range that’s a Hollywood manicure favourite!).
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Ideal for winter days or party nights, dip into winter’s deliciously deep, dark nail polishes!
BUTTER LONDON’S NAIL LACQUER (£12) in Union Jack Black, designed to “go on like liquid patent leather”!
SAINSBURY’S BOUTIQUE NAIL POLISH (£5) in Stand & Deliver. I’m really impressed with this easy to apply glossy colour, part of the store’s allnew make-up range.
BOURJOIS SO LAQUE GLOSSY NAIL ENAMEL (£5.99) in Noir de Chine
LANCÔME VERNIS IN LOVE (£12.50) in Purple Friction (one of three limited edition darks for winter!).
MICHAEL KORS NAIL COLOUR (£15) in Glam Desire, one in a new line-up of winter colours.
BOBBI BROWN NAIL POLISH (£11) in Limited Edition Tuxedo Black.
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CREEPY CREATIONS
TASTE OF MOCHA...
We adore Boori’s Eton collection, and we’ve begun the countdown until it’s available this December. The range boasts three fabulous colours: white, almond and mocha, all beautifully stylish incorporating a classic design. The collection has been built to last, beginning its life as a cot bed; it can then be easily converted into a bed for toddlers, then on to a full size double bed. Truly standing the test of time. Priced £599. @ www.boori.com
Children are fantasized by bugs, and creepy crawlies... let their imaginations run wild with these magnetic bug decorations. A pack contains six insects. Priced £20. @ www.caravanstyle.com
Creatures Great & Small
Interiors Inspiring ideas for your little ones SOURCED BY: C H R I S T I N A B U R G E S S
Editor's pick!
ANIMAL ANTICS
Add a touch of animalistic art to your walls with Mar Mar Co’s fun posters, by Swedish designer Ingela P Arrhenius. Priced £21. @ www.marmarco.com
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ELEPHANTASTIC
We love this quirky Vitra Eames Elephant, injecting hours of fun into a child’s bedroom. It’s a fabulous contemporary ride on toy, which children will adore. Priced £159. @ www.miniobjectsofdesire.com
FELT FUN
Quirky and full of character, this cute badger-shaped felt rug is designed in England and beautifully handmade in .DWKPDQGX XVLQJ WKH ኲQHVW RUJDQLF Tibetan wool. Priced £54.99. @ www.notonthehighstreet.com
TIP OF THE SEASON
© Debi Treloar, www.debitreloar.com
By Emily Chalmers, at CARAVAN www.caravanstyle.com
Caravan is the quirky East End home decoration and gift store curated and owned by interiors stylist / author Emily Chalmers. Established over 10 years ago, Caravan has become a destination shop and built a loyal customer following. The shop floor offers an eclectic range of ideas for the home alongside a carefully chosen selection of fashion accessories and gifts. Soft toys range from little knitted dogs (£9.95), perfect for hanging in the nursery or for tiny hands to hold, to cult LuckyBoySunday knitted creatures (from £39). Brightly woven rugs (£295) and
BEAR NECESSITIES
We all need a helping hand, (or shall we say paw!) so why not let this bear side table assist? The wood shaped top adds a great alpine touch, whilst children will love spending time with this adorable little bear from Graham and Green. Priced £130. @ www.grahamandgreen.co.uk
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Who wouldn’t love adopting this adorable Dalmatian puppy chair from online retailer mini objects of desire? The good news is we have one of these pups to giveaway! Designed by Eero Aarnio the chair is durable and lightweight for maximum usability. You may not be able to fit 101 Dalmatians in your child’s bedroom but we know that parents and children alike will be happy to home this pooch. For entry details please see our contents page. Good luck! @ www.miniobjectsofdesire.com pretty pendant lamps (£129) promise to add an element of fun to any space. @ Caravan is located near London’s famous Columbia Road Market. For further information visit www.caravanstyle.com.
Explore the most whimsical woods of all, in the comfort of your own home with this fabulous woods set. The set includes a magical tree, lamp post and plenty of SUHWW\ ኳRZHUV 3ULFHG e @ www.tinyme.co.uk
WOODLAND RETREAT
Animal cushions are bang-on trend this winter, and there’s a whole menagerie out there waiting to set up camp in your homes. Owl priced £22.45, fox priced £12.99. @ www.sassandbelle.co.uk & www.dunelm-mill.com
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Annabel Karmel's Winter Weaning
Coming up with purée ideas in the winter involves a bit more thought as there is less seasonal fruit and vegetables available to us. However there are some delicious ingredients you can easily get hold of in winter that combined make purées bursting with flavours that will have you eating up any left overs! Inspired by my favourite home-cooked recipes, my stage 1 and 2 organic baby purées and new tasty sauces are ideal for when time is not on your side (available at Sainsbury’s). WORDS: ANNABEL KARMEL
FIRST FRUIT PURÉE
Adding fruit such as plums or apricot can make a plain apple purée a little more interesting, but I love the mixture of pear and apple, this makes a lovely simple first fruit purée. INGREDIENTS • 1 RIPE PEAR, PEELED, CORED AND DICED PREP: 10 MINUTES
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• 1 EATING APPLE, SUCH AS SPARTAN OR PINK LADY, PEELED, CORED AND DICED • 2 TBSP WATER METHOD
Put the diced apple and pear in a saucepan with the water. Bring to the boil, then cover, reduce the heat to low, and cook gently for about 10 COOK: 10 MINUTES
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minutes or until the fruits are all soft. Cool slightly, then tip into a blender and purée until smooth. Serve warm, or cool quickly and chill in the fridge before serving. The purée can be frozen in individual portions; thaw for 1 - 2 hours at room temperature when needed. SUITABLE FOR FREEZING
PORRIDGE WITH APPLE, PEAR AND RAISINS
This is a delicious warming breakfast, make extra fruit compote to add to your own morning bowl of porridge. INGREDIENTS • 2 DESSERT APPLES, PEELED, CORED AND CHOPPED • 2 RIPE PEARS, PEELED, CORED AND CHOPPED • 30G RAISINS
SQUASH, SALMON AND SPINACH PURÉE
• 4 TABLESPOONS WATER • 2 TABLESPOONS BABY PORRIDGE • 2 TABLESPOONS COOLED BOILED WATER METHOD
Put the apple, pear and raisins into a heavy-based saucepan together with the water. Cover, bring to the boil, reduce the heat and simmer for about 8 minutes, or until the apples are soft. Purée using an electric hand blender. Mix the baby porridge with the cooled boiled water and stir into the purée. PREP: 7 MINUTES COOK: 10 MINUTES MAKES 3 PORTIONS SUITABLE FOR FREEZING
Oily fish like salmon provide a good source of essential fatty acids, which are important for the development of the brain, nervous system and vision. A baby’s brain grows very rapidly in the first year.
• 2 TABLESPOONS CREAM CHEESE
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Heat the oil in a saucepan. Add the onion and fry for 3 minutes. Add the squash and water.
• 2 TABLESPOONS OF SUNFLOWER OIL • 1⁄2 SMALL ONION (30G), PEELED AND CHOPPED • 200G BUT TERNUT SQUASH, PEELED, DESEEDED AND CHOPPED • 350ML WATER • 225G SALMON FILLET, SKINNED AND CHOPPED
• 1 TABLESPOON PARMESAN CHEESE, GRATED • 2 TEASPOONS CHOPPED DILL METHOD
Simmer for 15 minutes, until the squash is soft. Add the salmon and spinach and stir for 3 minutes, until the salmon is cooked and the spinach is wilted. Add the cream cheese, Parmesan and dill. Blend until smooth using an electric hand blender.
• 50G WASHED BABY SPINACH PREP: 10 MINUTES COOK: 25 MINUTES MAKES 4 PORTIONS SUITABLE FOR FREEZING
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AV O C A D O A N D B A N A N A
Avocado and banana are great first foods, they are quick and easy to prepare and are perfect for taking out an about as require no cooking and come with their own packaging. INGREDIENTS • 1⁄2 SMALL RIPE AVOCADO, STONED • 1⁄2 SMALL RIPE BANANA, PEELED AND SLICED • A LIT TLE BREAST OR FORMULA MILK (OPTIONAL) METHOD
Scoop out the avocado flesh and mash together with the banana. For a thinner consistency, stir in a little of your baby’s usual milk. PREP: 4 MINUTES MAKES 1 PORTION SUITABLE FOR FREEZING
B U T T E R N U T S Q U A S H , C A R R O T, A P P L E A N D P R U N E S
The combination of fruit and vegetables is delicious, the prunes adding a lovely sweet taste.
PEELED, DESEEDED AND CHOPPED METHOD
INGREDIENTS • 1 MEDIUM CARROT (100G), PEELED AND SLICED • 1 SMALL DESSERT APPLE (50G), PEELED, CORED AND CHOPPED • 10G PRUNES, CHOPPED • 200G BUT TERNUT SQUASH,
Put the carrot and squash into a steamer and cook for 5 minutes. Add the apple and prunes and continue to steam for 10 minutes until all the ingredients are tender. Blend with about 2 tablespoons of water from the steamer.
PREP: 12 MINUTES COOK: 15 MINUTES MAKES 6 PORTIONS SUITABLE FOR FREEZING
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Annabel’s new delicious, nutritious range of Organic Baby Purées and Organic Sauces are available from Sainsbury’s.
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WORK IT LADIES... winter workwear has never looked quite so good
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